Sault Ste. Marie and Area Local Immigration Partnership

10/16/2026

SSMLIP is proud to be supporting the Soo Latin Film Festival presented by Northern Ontario Latin-Hispanic Association (NOLHA)!

The Soo Latin Film Festival is bringing you a full day packed with amazing attractions, including a special live performance by the NOLHA Band! 🎶✨

📌 Important Note:

Kids under 10 get in for FREE!

Discounted tickets are available for seniors, children, and students!

Don't miss out on this day of cinema, music, and celebration!

👉 Click on the link below to grab your full-day pass now!
https://secure1.tixhub.com/SaultSteMarie/online/b_otix.asp?cboPerformances=1256&cboEvent=760&iEvents_id=760

📅 Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Sault Community Theater Centre |
White Pines Collegiate & Vocational School
(1007 Trunk Rd, Sault Ste. Marie)

Presented by: NOLHA (Northern Ontario Latin-Hispanic Association)

10/16/2026

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is inviting residents of The City of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township to share their thoughts on how the Service communicates with the community.

A new public survey has been launched to better understand how residents receive information from Sault Police, what types of information they find most valuable, and where improvements can be made.

🔗Survey: tejoin.com/participate/180079033
📰Full media release: saultpolice.ca/sault-police-seeking-community-feedback-on-public-communications/

10/09/2026

🍂 Sending warm wishes to everyone this Thanksgiving weekend 🍂

Please note that the LIP office will be closed Monday October 12. For details on schedule changes to City facilities and services, visit: https://saultstemarie.ca/thanksgiving-day-operations-for-city-facilities-and-services-2/

10/06/2026

The City is accepting applications for the 2027 Arts and Culture Assistance Program (ACAP).

Funding is available to local arts, culture, and heritage organizations, groups, and individuals through many grant streams, including project, operational/seed, festival/event, and cultural diversity grants.

The deadline to apply is Friday, October 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

Information sessions will be held this week (Zoom):
• Tuesday, October 6: 2-3 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 7: 4-5 p.m.
• Thursday, October 8: 12-1 p.m.
• Tuesday, October 13: 1-2 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 14: 3-4 p.m.
• By appointment if the scheduled sessions do not work for you.

To register or learn more, contact:
📞 705-989-8240
📧 [email protected]
www.saultstemarie.ca/acap

10/06/2026

October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls whose leadership, innovation, and determination have shaped Canada’s past, are driving change today, and are building a stronger future for everyone. This month is about highlighting the achievements of women and girls, past and present, who have shaped Canada in fields like politics, science, arts, business, and the economy.

Women’s History Month also shines a light on the inequalities women still face, such as wage gaps, underrepresentation in leadership, barriers to entering and advancing in the workforce, and the need to work together toward lasting change.

From trailblazing leaders and changemakers to everyday heroes in our communities, we honour the voices, resilience, and achievements of women past and present.✨

Read stories of remarkable Canadian women on the Women of Impact in Canada gallery: https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/women-impact.html

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

🌟October is German Heritage Month in Canada! 🌟

This month, we recognize the contributions of over 3 million people of German origin to Canada, spanning a wide range of fields, from the arts to sports, education, and science. About 10 percent of Canadians are of German descent, with roots tracing back to the first wave of immigration to the country in the 18th century. One of the most cherished traditions from the German community is Oktoberfest, which is a popular celebration of German culture here in Canada.

This month, let's take the opportunity to learn more about German history, culture, and traditions, as well as the many ways German communities have contributed positively to our country's diverse cultural tapestry.

10/04/2026

🌹October 4 is Sisters in Spirit Day – a solemn day of remembrance and awareness for the missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people (MMIWG2S+) across Canada.

We honour their lives, stand with their families, and recognize the ongoing injustices faced by Indigenous communities. For newcomers, this day is an opportunity to listen, learn, and reflect on how colonial systems have impacted Indigenous women and gender-diverse people, and how we can all be part of meaningful change.

Ways to show support:
🕯️ Wear red or display a red dress in solidarity
🕯️ Share stories, raise awareness, and say their names
🕯️Learn more about the National Inquiry into MMIWG2S+ and Calls for Justice: https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.867037/publication.html

10/02/2026

October is Canadian Islamic Heritage Month across Canada, and Islamic Heritage Month in Ontario! 🌟

First established in 2007, Canadian Islamic History Month is a time to recognize, celebrate and reflect on the rich history, culture, and contributions of Muslims in Canada. This commemorative month also provides an opportunity for all Canadians to engage in dialogue and advance understanding, while fostering greater inclusion and appreciation of the diversity of Canadian Muslim communities.

Muslims have been contributing to all aspects of Ontario’s prosperity and diverse heritage for generations. Islamic history and culture encompass a broad range of individual and collective experiences, as well as important contributions to literature, math, science, art and history.

Let this month be an opportunity for us all to reflect, celebrate and learn about the rich and longstanding Islamic history in the Province and the diverse roles and contributions of Muslim people in communities across Ontario and Canada ✨

10/01/2026

🌟 In October, we celebrate both Latin American Heritage Month and Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟

October was designated as Latin American Heritage Month by the Parliament of Canada in 2018, and was also designated as Hispanic Heritage Month in the province of Ontario in 2015. These commemorative months highlight the significant contributions of Latin American and Hispanic communities to the social, economic, political, and cultural fabric of Canada. It is also an opportunity to learn more about Latin American and Hispanic heritage and culture, and to honour the rich traditions of Canadians of Latin/Hispanic origin.

Sault Ste. Marie is home to vibrant and growing Latin American and Hispanic communities that contribute so much to the rich cultural tapestry of our city. We would like to extend warm greetings this month to our cultural partners, Northern Ontario Latin-Hispanic Association (NOLHA), as well as the Latino Arts Centre Advancing Sociocultural Awareness (LA CASA SSM). Thank you for continuing to do excellent work to share your cultures and traditions with the community!